The Hanoi People’s Committee has issued Plan No. 310/KH-UBND on the development of 5G and Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure in high-tech parks, industrial parks, and industrial clusters across the city through 2030. The plan is expected to lay a critical foundation for industrial digital transformation, promote smart manufacturing, and enhance Hanoi’s competitiveness in the new development phase.

According to the plan, by the end of 2026, Hanoi aims to ensure that 100% of high-tech parks, industrial parks, and industrial clusters are equipped with at least one 5G base station. At the same time, all investors operating in these areas will receive consultancy support to develop applications based on integrated private 5G networks. The city will also pilot the deployment of 5G and IoT applications in smart factory management for at least two projects, serving as a basis for evaluation and future scaling.

Looking ahead to 2030, Hanoi targets the completion of a modern and synchronized digital infrastructure system. A key focus is the rollout of next-generation XGS-PON fiber-optic Internet infrastructure, enabling symmetric data transmission speeds of up to 10 Gbps. In parallel, 100% of high-tech parks and industrial parks are expected to adopt smart urban infrastructure management software built on 5G/IoT platforms, contributing to more efficient management, operations, and industrial connectivity.

A notable highlight of the plan is the orientation toward the development of private 5G networks and standalone private 5G networks for investors operating in high-tech parks and industrial parks. This approach not only enhances data security and network reliability but also allows enterprises to design and deploy digital applications tailored to their specific production and business needs, thereby accelerating enterprise-level digital transformation.

Alongside technical infrastructure development, Hanoi aims to establish a comprehensive industrial IoT ecosystem, fostering innovation and gradually standardizing technological solutions across high-tech parks and industrial zones. This ecosystem is viewed as a foundation for developing smart manufacturing models and enabling seamless data connectivity from factories to supply chains.

To ensure effective implementation, the city has identified five key solution groups, including: improving institutional frameworks and legal corridors for 5G and IoT infrastructure development; strengthening communication and awareness of the role of digital infrastructure; prioritizing digital infrastructure development alongside transport and energy infrastructure; mobilizing diversified financial and human resources while encouraging public–private partnership (PPP) models; and enhancing data collection, monitoring, and public disclosure of implementation results.

Recognizing digital infrastructure as being on par with transport and energy infrastructure reflects a significant shift in Hanoi’s development mindset. If implemented in a coordinated and effective manner, Plan No. 310/KH-UBND will not only modernize existing industrial zones but also create new competitive advantages, attract high-tech investment flows, and drive sustainable growth of the digital economy in the capital city in the years ahead.

Hanoi’s push to develop 5G and Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure is not only a technological advancement, but also opens up new opportunities for investment, planning, and the management of industrial zones smartly and sustainably. As a firm specializing in investment consulting, market research, and sustainable development, SD LINK is ready to work alongside authorities, infrastructure investors, and enterprises to assess potential, develop digital infrastructure implementation roadmaps, select appropriate cooperation models, and mobilize resources for effective deployment.

Source: Vietnam Government Portal